Kitten Care

Congratulations on your new kitten! We just love kittens and can't wait to meet the newest addition to your family.

We look forward to being introduced to your kitten! Our veterinarians and health team members are eager to assist you with getting your kitten started on his or her journey to a healthy life. It is important to have your new kitten examined by us to make sure they are healthy. Our veterinarians will make sure your kitten is receiving the proper protection he or she needs through vaccinations, parasite protection and nutrition, ensuring a healthy start in life.

Your kitten's first visit with us will include:

A comprehensive physical exam

Screening for viruses specific to felines, such as Feline Leukemia Virus and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus

Intestinal parasite screening

Intestinal parasite deworming

Development of an immunization program based on your kitten's current age and expected lifestyle

Heartworm prevention recommendations

Recommendations for controlling and preventing external parasites such as fleas

Behavior and housetraining recommendations

Nutritional counseling

For your kitten's first visit with us, we request that you bring the following:

Your kitten in a carrier

All paperwork pertaining to the previous care of your kitten including all previous immunizations, deworming, medications and any veterinary medical records.

Any questions you may have regarding your kittens health.

A fresh (within 24 hours) fecal sample.

The following are signs that your kitten needs immediate care. If your kitten exhibits any of these signs, please give us a call as soon as possible: